Lead Technical Designer - Sports Simulator

About the role

SportSpired Games, an international studio developing next-generation sports simulators, is looking for a Lead Technical Designer to head its Technical Design and Game Balance team. The role shapes the core gameplay systems of a large-scale AAA title planned for release in 2028-2029, bridging creative design and engineering so that gameplay concepts become technically feasible, scalable and well-balanced systems.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Technical Design and Game Balance team, overseeing task allocation, priorities, quality and delivery
• Establish design standards, run regular reviews and support the team's professional development
• Own the design and implementation support of complex core gameplay systems, from concept and prototyping through integration and iteration
• Turn creative vision and product requirements into technically feasible gameplay systems, algorithms and design specifications
• Define system architecture, gameplay logic, dependencies and interactions between mechanics, ensuring scalability and maintainability
• Prototype, configure and fine-tune gameplay mechanics using game engines and internal development tools
• Partner with engineers to check technical feasibility, identify constraints and align implementation with design goals
• Maintain system design documentation, technical specifications and configuration standards
• Drive gameplay balancing through mathematical models, parameter tuning and analysis of Core Gameplay, AI and Meta systems
• Refine mechanics using gameplay metrics, playtests and player feedback

Required profile

• 4+ years of experience in game design, including complex game systems in PC or console projects
• Experience leading a team of designers or acting as a technical leader on cross-functional projects
• Deep understanding of systems-level game design, game mechanics architecture and subsystem interactions
• Solid understanding of software development processes and collaboration with engineering teams
• Strong analytical skills and confidence with mathematical models, formulas, tables and game parameters

Required skills

• Hands-on experience with game engines, editors, configurations or prototyping tools
• Ability to document and balance complex game systems
• Ability to structure complex tasks, make informed decisions and communicate with technical and creative professionals